Media Reporter, vf

About the position

Vanity Fair is seeking an experienced media reporter to join its digital platform, the Hive, which focuses on real-time coverage of power and personalities in politics, media, tech, and business. The role involves writing timely posts, reporting on the media industry, and engaging with significant events, all while maintaining the high standards associated with the Vanity Fair brand.

Responsibilities

• Write sharp, timely posts that mix breaking news and social aggregation with original reporting on the media industry
• Report stories and features that take readers inside major news organizations, chronicling leadership changes, technological shifts, and consequential editorial decisions
• Cover intriguing and influential media figures, from emerging players to key members of the establishment
• Explore issues at the intersection of media and politics
• Participate in live coverage of debates, election nights, and blockbuster breaking news events
• Source photos and videos and post directly to the site using the content management system
• Use traffic data and social-media feedback to find new coverage areas, optimize performance, and maintain consistent growth

Requirements

• College degree and at least 3 years writing experience
• Sophisticated business aptitude and enthusiasm about the Vanity Fair brand
• Deep curiosity about journalism, the news business, and the future of media
• Experience using content management systems and major social media platforms
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence and the ability to work in a fast paced/deadline oriented environment
• Strong attention to detail with ability to multitask
• Ability to anticipate needs and execute quickly

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $70,000-$100,000 based on skills and experience